Could Trailer Hitch Installed on 2018 Toyota RAV4 Be Used as Jacking Point

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Every hitch I see for the RAV4 obstructs the rear jacking point published in the owners manual. I can’t see jacking the vehicle using the hitch as a jacking point. Has this subject been discussed?

asked by: Jason

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Hitches actually work great as jacking points generally as they are reinforced steel beams that attach directly to the vehicle frame. I wouldn't think twice about using a hitch installed on your 2018 Toyota RAV4 like the EcoHitch # 306-X7219 you referenced if ever needed. For you vehicle it has not been an issue we've seen from our customers or manufacturers as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

If you were to run the power wire of the Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring #118578 to anywhere but the positive post of your vehicle battery you would void the warranty of the harness and could potentially damage the wiring of your RAV4 in the…

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Answer 2

The Curt hitch you mentioned #C13406 would be a great choice for you. It's a really solid design so we know it will work great. Check out the install video that I have attached for you.

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Answer 3

I'll start off by saying that the Curt #C13406 would work just fine to carry a Thule bike rack since the hitch sticks out far enough to where the center of the hitch pin hole to the back of the bumper is going to be roughly 2-1/2"; so as…

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Answer 4

When trimming for the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13406 I generally use a razor knife. As you can see in the linked video my buddy Ryan used some snips to do the trimming. There really is nothing you can see in passing after installation…

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Answer 5

The basics for towing a trailer with your 2018 Toyota RAV4 are a hitch and wiring like you mentioned so you are definitely on the right track. For a hitch the Curt part #C13406 is a really great option with plenty of towing capacity and is also…

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Answer 6

Trailer wiring harness #118578 fits the Toyota Avalon and the RAV4 which is why you see a video for the RAV4. We haven't had the chance to install it on the Avalon. The portion of the video showing the actual routing of the power wire is not…

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Answer 7

There are a couple key differences between the round tube Curt #C13149 and the square tube Curt #C13406, but from what I could find out, the maximum towing capacity of a 2016 RAV4 is 1,500 pounds, which will make the tongue weight capacity 150 pounds…

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Answer 8

The Curt hitch part #C13406 and EcoHitch part #306-X7219 are both a confirmed fit for your 2018 Toyota RAV4 and will provide a trailer hitch that has a concealed crosstube making it less visible than most hitches overall. The key differences are that…

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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Answer 11

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 12

To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 600…

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